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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n

Do you have a question?
\nAnswers to frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#2D2341″ open_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” icon_color=”#36d1dc” use_icon_font_size=”on” module_class=”accordion-faq” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ toggle_text_color=”#2D2341″ toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” toggle_font_size=”20px” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_css_toggle=”margin:0″ border_width_all=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do I need to be an expatriate to be eligible for cover?” open=”on” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||”]Absolutely ! You should have the clear legal status of an expatriate in order to be eligible for cover.<\/p>\n

Swiss residents you are eligible if you are not obligated to subscribe to the mandatory basic insurance (LAMAL), <\/p>\n

including employees of United Nations and all international organizations, NGOs, Diplomats, International Students etc. In case of doubt on your status, please do contact us in order to verify.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I am 66 years old (or more), can I enroll and be eligible for cover?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Unfortunately no, acceptable age for enrolment is up to maximum age of 65.
\nNonetheless, exceptions may apply under conditions of reserves and\/or exclusions as well as personalized pricing offer.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I am already an insured member, will I be eligible for renewal cover after the age of 66 (or more)?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Absolutely !
\nOnce you are an insured member, you will benefit from our lifetime renewal guarantee.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I have a medical case and\/or pre-existing condition, am I eligible for cover?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Yes.
\nUnder the condition it has been declared at the time of the enrolment and accepted by Swiss Global Insurance.
\nYou will then be covered up to the pre-existing condition limited refund as stated in the plans details and general conditions.
\nIn case of doubt on your status, please do contact us in order to verify.\n<\/p>\n

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No !
\nClear scans sent by email will do (except for Switzerland where originals are required).<\/p>\n

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\u2013 General claim inquiries: within 3 working days of the date of e-mail receipt.
\n\u2013 Fully documented claims submission: within 4 weeks.<\/p>\n

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Send your claims to: claims@swissglobalinsurance.com
T\u00e9l: +41 22 560 61 70
IMPORTANT: Please keep a copy of all original documents you send.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What number should I call in case of Hospitalization?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

\u2013 Hospitalisation : +41 22 310 38 94 .<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What number should I call in case of Emergency Evacuation?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

\u2013 Emergency Medical Evacuation : +41 22 310 37 88 <\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Who is eligible for cover?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

ANYONE, as a member of Swiss Global Insurance, under the age of 65 at the time of enrolment, and their dependents :
\nrespectives :<\/p>\n

Your spouse, provided you are not divorced or living apart under an implied or expressly written separation agreement.
\nWe recognize common law and \u00ab Pacte Civil de Solidarit\u00e9 \u00bb \u00ab P.A.C.S. \u00bb agreements; proof of status must be supplied by policyholder at the time of enrolment.
\nYour children, and\/or those of your spouse (or, if you are not married, those of your common law spouse or partner), under the age of 21, provided that they are financially dependent on you.
\nBetween 21 and 26 years of age, children enrolled in full time secondary or higher education (written proof of enrolment at an educational establishment is required) are eligible for coverage as dependants under the Swiss Global Insurance policy. They may take on paid employment provided they do not work for more than three months per year Dependents are eligible for cover only if the policyholder is covered under the healthcare program.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”When and for how long are you covered?” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”Open Sans||||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

When and for how long are you covered ? Coverage for members and dependants begins upon enrollment into any of Swiss Global Insurance plan (a complete signed application form must be submitted and accepted). Enrolment is subject to acceptance by Swiss Global Insurance.
\nCoverage is automatically renewed with no limit in time.Swiss Global Insurance offers lifetime healthcare cover provided you take out a policy before the age of 65.<\/p>\n

You are insured, the moment Swiss Global Insurance approves your application and premium is paid :<\/p>\n

Immediately for medical attention and\/or hospitalization following an accident or the onset of an infectious disease;
\nfor maternity after a 10 month waiting period;
\nfor Dental & Orthodontic treatment after a 9 month waiting period;
\nfor check-up waiting period depending on your plan.
\nThe medical coverage terminates at the request of the member by sending to Swiss Global Insurance a written notice minimum 30 days for the end of the year or, it can be terminated at anytime by Swiss Global Insurance for non payment of premium.<\/p>\n

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Scope of coverage
Insured Persons have access to the following services. For certain services, specifically evacuation, medically supervised repatriation and repatriation of mortal remains, reimbursement is subject to the schedule of benefits.
The following services are provided by our 24-hour assistance.<\/p>\n

Benefits
The Insured Person may contact SWISS GLOBAL ASSISTANCE to obtain the following travel information and services before starting or during his journey:<\/p>\n